01x12 - With a Little Help from My Friends

[bunniefuu]

I can't believe Matt didn't show up for church.

I'm really disappointed.

Yeah, dad, well, a lot of girls were disappointed, too.

Do you two know where he is?

Nope. Nope.

Don't bother asking me. I don't know either.

Chances are, it probably has something to do with a girl.

Hey, happy.

Any puppies yet?

I guess not.

Oh, it could be any day now. Be patient.

I'll get that.

Hello?

Dad, it's me. I'm really sorry I wasn't in church this morning.

Where are you?

Could I explain before you start yelling at me?

Sure, Matt.

Sorry, go ahead.

Okay, remember when you were mad when I stayed out all night?

But when you found out I had a really good excuse, you weren't that mad at me anymore?

Yeah. You brought dinner to a pregnant girl, fell asleep on her couch, came home at dawn.

As I recall, you had three weeks driving privileges taken away.

Well, I'm kind of in the same predicament.

Another pregnant girl?

No, no, no. It's not that.

I can't tell you where I am or what I'm doing, but I promise it's nothing bad and I'm willing to take any punishment you want to dish out.

If you'll just trust me until I can tell you.

Okay.

You mean it?

I'm trying to.

Thanks, dad.

Look, I'll be home as soon as I can.

Thanks.

Where is he?

I don't know.

But he's not up to anything bad and I trust him.

You trust him?

I'm trying to, I'm really trying to.

Good for you.

Do you think this would be a good time to discuss what we're going to do for my 13th birthday?

What's the big deal?

We didn't do anything special for my 13th birthday or Matt's 13th birthday.

Why should we do anything special for you?

And maybe it wasn't a big deal for you and Matt to turn 13.

But it's a big deal to me.

Of course it's a big deal, honey.

What do you want to do?

Maybe have a boy/girl party?

Hmm, maybe not.

In fact, definitely not.

13 is too young, it's way too young.

Fine!

You know I appreciate you helping me out, don't you, kiddo?

Anytime.

And thanks for not telling your father.

I don't like everybody knowing my personal business.

Well, miss bink, there's nothing wrong with asking for a little help when you need it.

Oh, yeah.

Listen, when you're my age and you start asking for help, people are gonna put you where you can get help 24 hours a day.

So you absolutely, positively cannot tell your father or anybody else where you've been.

You promised.

What?

You've lied to your father before.

Haven't you?

Happy, where are you, girl?

Happy?

Happy?

Come in.

Have you seen happy?

All I really want for my birthday is a party and my parents won't even give me one.

Yeah, my parents aren't big on parties either.

So, what should I give you for your birthday?

In my family, we only give each other gifts that we make or find or something that we already have and we want to give away.

Oh, so I don't have to give you anything?

Well, it is my 13th birthday.

A birthday I'd like to remember for the rest of my life.

But, no, if you don't want to give me anything, then don't give me anything; It's up to you.

I'm dead.

Happy is gone.

I can't find her anywhere.

She could be having her puppies.

I'm sure she's around here somewhere.

Aha.

Who let happy out?

Did you let happy out?

Yeah, two minutes ago.

Alone?

It's a fenced-in yard.

You let a pregnant dog, who's about to have her puppies any minute go out into the yard all by herself?

Oh, okay, okay, that's it.

I can't trust anyone.

I am not leaving this house until happy goes to the hospital to have her puppies and even then I'm going with her.

Okay, what do we tell the truant officer?

The what?

Simon, you have to go to school and happy's not going to the hospital.

She's going to have her puppies right here at home.

Mom?

Tell him happy has to go to the hospital.

Why does happy have to go to the hospital?

This is her first time.

She's never had puppies before.

How could she possibly know what she's doing?

She just does, that's all. Dogs are like that.

They instinctively know what to do.

You know, like when happy barks to warn us when a stranger's at the door.

Dogs just know things that we don't have to teach them.

Now, go finish getting ready for school.

You know, as your son, I would like to say yes, but as happy's-- what should I say?-- husband, owner, master, only man in her life, I would have to protest.

I am not going to abandon her in her time of need.

You know, with all that responsibility, you're going to need a good education. Now go.

Hey, she'll be fine, I promise.

Your son.

He's yours.

Oh, I'd better get going.

I want to get to the church before Steve does.

Who's Steve?

Steve Cunningham.

He's been a member of our church for 20 years.

Maybe if you decide to drop by some sunday, I'll introduce you.

Dad, I thought we let that go.

I had a good reason for not being there, I swear.

I let it go, but sometime in the next millennium, I'd just love to know what the reason is if it's such a good reason, but I don't have to know.

Let it go, dad.

Oh, that reminds me, I, uh... I need a hammer and a, uh...

What do you call those things? Um...

A screwdriver.

No. Um, uh...

Putty Kn*fe.

Wrench!

Wrench, wrench, yeah. Can I have it?

Why do you need a wrench?

Steve has his own tools.

I just have a few things I want to do myself.

Honey, you can't keep breaking things so that you can pay Steve to fix them.

Yes, I can.

Toolbox, hall closet.

Hey, want to come to my birthday party?

I would, but I have a life.

Right. Wouldn't dream of taking you off the Internet for a night.

Hey, what do you say?

Want to come to my birthday party?

Not unless you paid me.

Sure, you got change for a quarter?

Hey, I'm having a birthday party Wednesday night, want to come?

I don't even know you.

I'm Dwight.

Now do you want to come?

No.

Fine. Who needs you?

Hey, what's going on?

Dwight's having a birthday bash for himself on Wednesday.

Wednesday?

My birthday's Wednesday.

What a coincidence.

What a stroke of luck.

That's perfect, we'll make it a double party.

How about it?

It's a good idea, huh?

Uh, no, thanks.

You know, it's my 13th birthday.

I kind of wanted something unique.

This is unique.

We're turning 13 together.

Thanks anyway, but I can't.

Um, I have to do this family dinner thing.

Family dinner on your birthday?

What a drag.

Yeah.

Are you going to Dwight's party?

Well, yeah, I was thinking about it.

But it's my birthday.

But you're going to dinner with your family.

Well, I thought afterwards you could come over and have some cake.

Well, maybe when you're finished with dinner, you could come over to Dwight's party.

I thought you wanted to be with me.

I do, but...

Never mind.

Thanks anyway for the offer.

Are we breaking or fixing?

Yeah, i'm...

Well...

Either way, I'm glad to help.

I wish I could think of anything else to do.

I tried calling every contact I know.

There just doesn't seem to be a job out there.

Yeah, but we'll be okay.

Let me give you something from the family fund.

You've got a kid to take care of. No, save it for someone who's hopeless.

We'll be fine.

It could be a loan.

Look, if we had any debts when I lost my job, we wouldn't have lasted this long.

Okay.

I'll keep making calls.

Thanks. Thanks, rev.

Hey...

Have a little faith, will you?

Things will work out.

They always do.

Hi. You wanted to see me?

Is something wrong?

I hope not.

We received a message from Gladys bink, your aunt Gladys.

She said she's your dad's sister.

She couldn't reach your parents; She's not feeling well.

She wants you to call immediately.

There's the number.

Please use our phone.

It sounds urgent.

Hello?

Hi. It's... it's Matt.

Is anything wrong?

Ooh, ooh, it's a pretty good cover with the aunt Gladys story, huh?

Does she need to go to the hospital?

Oh, no. I'm sure she's okay.

Are you sure?

Yeah. Look, I'll be over right after school.

No! No, you-you have to come now; I need you right now.

Now?

What's wrong?

It's your aunt Gladys.

Maybe you both should go take care of her.

I'll check with Mr. Gower.

Aunt Gladys? We have an aunt Gladys?

Look, go back to class. Nothing's wrong; I'll explain later.

No way. I don't know what you're up to, but if you're getting out of school, I'm getting out of school.

Look, this really wasn't a good idea.

You're going to get me into trouble.

Oh, lighten up. You're such a stiff.

Hello?

He said go, both of you.

We're sure the reverend wouldn't want it any other way, especially since it's his sister.

Yeah.

What happened to David?

Look, he was in an accident.

His car spun out of control.

Mrs. Bink?!

What are you doing here?

You called me at school. Are you okay?

Who's she?

I'm Mary, Matt's sister.

Oh, that's right, I remember you.

Are you okay?

What is she doing here?

I had to bring her because the school thought our aunt was sick.

What can I do for you, Mrs. Bink?

Oh, not a thing. I'm fine, thank you.

Well, then why did you call?

Oh...

Let me see, I, uh... I can't remember.

But I know, I know it was something important.

Once I found the remote control and I turned on my stories, well, the darned thing just went right out of my head.

Mrs. Bink, this is serious.

We cut class to come over here.

Well, then why don't I take you both for a ride and we'll get some ice cream.

And you can drive.

Would you mind waiting outside for a second?

You know, sometimes we all need a little help.

Oh... yes.

Unfortunately you need a little more help than I can give you.

What are you talking about?

I don't need any help.

Why don't you let me talk to my dad?

No!

No. Positively no.

I'm sorry that I called you and...

Let's just forget about it.

You go on.

I'm fine.

Go on.

I'll call you later if i'm, uh, still allowed to use the phone.

Ooh, that's... That'd be nice, yeah.

Bye-bye.

So what do we do now?

Pick up Lucy and Simon from school and pretend this never happened.

You know we're going to get caught.

Yeah, well, if we do, remember two things:

One, you wanted to come, and two, I promised Mrs. Bink I wouldn't tell dad.

You know, it really would mean a lot to me if you let Lucy come to the party.

After all, this is a once-in-a-lifetime event.

And why would you want to go to so much trouble for Lucy?

Because i'm Jimmy's best friend, and Lucy's Jimmy's girl.

Besides, it's no trouble at all.

I love parties.

I love people. I'm a people person.

My mom says it's okay.

She thinks it's a good opportunity for me to meet new and interesting classmates as she calls them.

Well, I suppose we could work something out.

Dwight, what are you doing here?

I thought your mom would be less aversive to the party idea if I dropped by and introduced myself.

Where's happy?

Outside. She's been outside most of the day.

Alone?

She's alone?

Our dog's having babies.

Do you want to see her? I'd love to.

I happen to be a dog person.

Oh, yeah?

So do you have a dog?

No.

Kudos on the cookies.

Betty Crocker has nothing on you.

Oh.

I look forward to seeing you on your birthday, Lucy.

How could you?

How could I what?

The last thing I want to do on my birthday is go to Dwight's birthday party.

You just ruined my life!

Luce, wait up.

Hold on.

There's something I want to talk to you two about.

I want you both to encourage Lucy to go to this party.

Right.

No problem. Yeah.

Oh, thanks.

You're welcome.

How's it going?

Uh, I just, I can't get with this sermon.

I... keep thinking about Steve and his family.

The guy's been in business since he graduated from high school.

He has one bad year, loses his house.

I know, it's so scary.

Do you remember when he rushed over here to help me that Christmas Eve when the pipes froze?

I don't know what we would have done without him.

I just can't find anybody who needs any help right now.

At least not anybody who can afford any help right now.

Have you seen happy?

Nope. We haven't either.

You didn't let her out, did you?

No.

'Cause it's dark out, you know.

I'm well aware.

They're driving me crazy.

Yeah, it's going to be so much easier when the puppies get here.

I'll get that.

Hello?

Mom, dad, come quick!

Yeah, we found something!

I'm sorry, I didn't get that.

Ooh, is that Simon? Are the puppies here?

Mommy!

Well, yes, I mean, I... Can understand your concern.

Oh, they're so cute.

Don't pick them up yet, okay?

Why not?

Because happy's a new mom and new moms are very protective of their babies, just like I was with all of you.

You okay, girl?

Oh, this is so cool.

Hi.

What's wrong?

Mrs. Brogan, the school secretary, called.

She wants to know how aunt Gladys is feeling.

I think we'll just take the kids and head upstairs.

We ditched. I'm sorry.

Okay, so who lied to the school secretary and said they were aunt Gladys?

They left school to help my very ill imaginary sister.

Who'd you say it was?

A friend.

What friend?

We don't want to get her in trouble.

Yeah, we promised her we wouldn't.

Uh-huh.

I'd love it if you told us that this had something to do with Lucy's birthday.

No, they still left school, honey.

Well, I don't think we're getting anywhere, so why don't you guys leave us alone so we can talk.

So what do you want to do?

Well, I'm all for disciplining the kids, but I think we should trust them on this one.

They skipped school and lied to us about an emergency.

I know, it's odd, isn't it?

But I think we should wait this out.

Oh, really? Based on what?

Based on I have a good feeling about those two.

And they wouldn't take a risk like that unless it was important.

They still should be disciplined for leaving school no matter what, and I still reserve the right to add to their punishment if we find out that whatever they were doing is not as terrific as you think it was.

Have a little faith.

How about "everistis"?

It means most excellent.

That's a good one.

How about "huey"?

That's a good name.

Yeah, if you're make-believe.

Now, "mack," that's a real name.

And it means son of.

We can name him mack happy.

Yeah, I like that.

Well, I like bean blossom.

Bean blossom?

What does that mean?

The blossom of a bean. Duh.

I think I'm a little better at this than you are.

I'll name them.

I named happy happy.

You like that name, don't you?

It's going to ruin everything if I have to go Dwight's party.

What's the everything it's going to ruin?

You still get dinner and presents with the family, plus the bonus of going to a birthday party.

Dwight seems like a fun guy, and Jimmy's going to be there.

That's not the point.

The point is, this is Dwight's party, not my party.

I want something of my own.

Besides, Jimmy and Dwight aren't exactly in the cool group at school.

So, nobody's even going to go to the party.

Oh, so you're in the cool group?

Well, since I made cheerleader, I probably could get some of the cool kids to come if I had a party.

That's revolting.

I like Dwight and Jimmy even more for not being in the cool group.

Look, it's not my party and I'm not going.

You know, you're really screwing up.

Hey, I'm going over to Steve's house.

I tried calling him, but his line's been disconnected.

I knew he was in more trouble than he let on.

Yeah. I'll call you later.

Okay. Mm-hmm.

Love you.

Can I have a cup of coffee?

No. What's wrong?

I'm a new father.

That's what's wrong.

I got absolutely no sleep last night.

Me and ruthie were supposed to take turns with the feedings, but I couldn't get ruthie up.

Why would you have to get up for feedings?

Well, every time the puppies ate, we fed happy so-so she wouldn't run out of milk.

Oh, honey, it doesn't work that way.

I mean, happy won't run out of milk.

You see, as long as the puppies are hungry and eating, nature will provide happy with enough milk to feed them, and then after about six weeks, she'll stop and make them eat on their own.

Couldn't you have told me that last night?

Well...

Hello?

May I speak to Matt, please?

Whom shall I say is calling?

I got it, mom. You can hang up.

Look, I don't have time to come by before school.

I'll come by after.

It'll only take you two seconds.

You see, I've got to get some money out of the coffee can and it's on the top shelf.

I can't reach it.

Oh, how did it get up there?

I... threw it up there.

Because I didn't want anybody to know where it was.

Now I can't get it down.

Look, I'm already in trouble.

School called yesterday and now my parents know Mary and I cut class.

It will only take two seconds.

I mean, I'll, I'll pay you, of course, you know, when I get the can down.

Look, I can't. I'll call you later.

Forget it.

I'll just get it myself. Thank you very much.

Hi. Hi.

Uh, look, i-i...

I'm not sure Steve would want anyone to, um, know about this, so please...

You're living in your Van?

How long has this been going on?

Just a couple of days.

We're camping, aren't we, sweetheart?

Yeah, 'cause we don't have a place to live.

Here.

Oh, look what I have for you.

Can you guess?

I'll call around to the shelters, or-or you can come stay with us till you find something.

Reverend, thanks, but we tried the shelters.

There's no room.

And to tell you the truth, I'd feel a little scary for the kid.

We're just grateful we have the Van.

You're coming home with me.

That's all there is to it.

Eric, when we've run out of all possibilities, we'll consider it, okay?

Okay, wh-what possibilities?

Well, now that you know what's going on, maybe you can say a little prayer for us, huh?

That'll work.

After all this-- after losing your job and your home-- you still have faith, don't you?

Well, yeah.

You want to know why?

'Cause you're good at what you do.

Listen, just for one night, let me put you up at a motel.

Save the church's money for somebody who really needs it.

I'd really rather have the prayer.

Help!

Somebody, help me!

Mom, can we be excused?

We need to see the puppies.

All right, but don't get in happy's way.

And don't pick them up!

We won't!

We won't.

So, luce, are you looking forward to Dwight's party?

I called him and said I couldn't go.

What do you mean?

Since I can't have my own party, I decided to skip it.

I'm really tired of people complaining when we have so much more than other people have.

We have a house to live in, we have food to eat, we have nice clothes to wear.

I'd like to hear a little gratitude around here once in a while!

I'm not wrong on this.

I'm sorry, mom.

There was no talking her into it.

Yeah.

You tried?

Oh, uh, kind of.

I told Mary to do it.

Luce...

I apologize for snapping at you.

I just found out one of the families in our church lost everything, and they're living in their Van.

I offered to put them up here, and they said no, not to worry, they'd be fine.

They're just grateful to have a Van to live in.

Even under the worst circumstances, they're still grateful for what they have.

All they asked me...

Was to say a prayer for them.

I feel terrible.

I know.

Maybe it's my fault.

Your fault?

Yeah. I feel like I...

Fell a little short as a father and as a minister.

If I'd taught you better values, maybe you wouldn't be so miserable about not having everything you want.

Dad, you did teach me the right things.

I just haven't learned them yet.

Hello.

When?

Is she okay?

Yeah, I'll be right there.

What's wrong?

Look, I got to go to the hospital.

Why?

I-I can't tell you right now.

Wait. We'd better tell your father.

I don't have time. I promise I'll explain everything when I get back.

More secrets?

I know you don't want to tell us what's going on, but don't you think if somebody's in trouble, you should at least trust us to help you?

Fine. You don't trust me, but I trust you enough to break my promise to Mrs. Bink.

Mrs. Bink?

Yeah, look, I don't know what's wrong with her.

She's just losing it.

I mean, she keeps on calling me over to help her.

And the house is a mess, everything's broken.

You remember how perfect everything was over there, dad.

It's not like that anymore.

That's where you and Mary were, Mrs. Bink's?

Yeah, she called this morning.

She wanted me to come over again, and I-I didn't, because I was afraid I'd get in trouble.

Why didn't Mrs. Bink just call me?

Well, she was afraid you'd send her to a home or something.

Now she's fallen and she broke her ankle.

Look, I got to go. The doctor wants to talk to me before he takes off for the evening.

Wait-wait a second.

How about if I talk to the doctor, and-and you talk to Mrs. Bink?

She doesn't even have to know I'm there.

Yeah, yeah, I guess that would be all right.

Okay.

They're cute, but they don't do anything.

I like happy better.

Maybe we should give them away now.

We can't.

We have to wait until they can eat on their own.

I know!

Let's give them to Lucy for her birthday.

Mom and dad won't let us have three dogs.

It took me ten years just to get one.

We just have to find two responsible families.

Why two families?

We're not going to split them up, are we?

That would be like splitting us up.

Well, maybe we can find one family to take both puppies.

But what if we don't?

Don't worry.

What god has brought together, we will let no man take apart.

Unless that man is dad.

And, you know, Mrs. Bink is taking too many medications, and she's mixing medicines that she shouldn't.

Somebody should clear out that medicine cabinet of hers.

Well, i-i... I'll see that that's taken care of.

As far as the ankle is concerned, it's just some sprained ligaments and a fractured fibula.

She can go home tomorrow, but she's gonna have to use a Walker to get around.

Now, she may need some help while she's getting used to it.

You know her biggest problem is that she needs to feel needed.

So if you can find her something to do, she'll live a lot longer, and she'll stay a lot healthier.

Okay. Thanks.

Take that blanket and the pillow off that bed and take them home.

You know, I don't... I don't think that's a good idea.

Take 'em.

The insurance pays for all of it.

You might need 'em sometime.

And take the bedpan and the thermometer, and take anything you can find around here, okay?

Take 'em home. You know, the only thing of real value around here that I want to take home is you.

Oh...

Stop it.

Are you going to snoop around all night, or do you want to come in here and join us?!

I take it you told him?

It's not your fault.

The reverend is a nosey guy.

Yeah.

Ah, so...

...what do you want?

This guy here is taking very good care of me, thank you.

I know that.

I-I just have a favor to ask.

Well, spill it.

What is it?

Well, you-you know my friend Steve Cunningham, from church, and his wife, Laura?

And they have a little girl, Katie?

We... yeah. What about them?

Well, I was wondering if maybe you could afford to hire them to do a little work around the house. Oh, gee...

Just until your ankle gets better.

Steve's totally reliable and his family really kind of needs the money.

Maybe Laura could even do some work in the kitchen.

Oh!

Oh, all right.

But they'd better not be any trouble.

Thanks.

No, no, no.

Go on, reverend.

Hey, Lucy.

I just wanted to say happy birthday.

Thanks. Since you ruined the gift, I was going to give you, I don't really have another one.

What gift did I ruin?

It wasn't Dwight's birthday.

Dwight was just helping me throw a surprise party for you.

We were going to tell you when you got there that it was all for you.

You were? Yeah.

But now we called it off.

Why would Dwight do that for me?

'Cause I'm his best friend, and you're my girl.

I'm really sorry.

You want to come over and have cake with me after we get back from dinner?

No, I think I'll just hang out with Dwight.

He's feeling a little down.

Well, Dwight could come over, too.

Nah, I don't think he'll want to go.

After all, you didn't want to go over to his house.

I'll see you later.

See ya.

How's it going?

Hey. Hey.

Leave him alone!

I am paying him by the hour.

She's a delight.

Yeah.

I heard that.

Ooh!

My, uh, my mother sent this over.

Hi, Matt. Hey, Laura.

Are you sure it's time for me to take this?

Yeah, I'm sure.

I, uh, I wrote down the pill schedule so no one gets confused.

Well, who's confused? I'm not confused.

I just want to make sure that you're doing... Doing it right, you know?

Oh, hey, who's this?

Mrs. Bink, lift your leg, please.

This is my friend Katie.

Katie's going to be staying with me during the day when her mama and daddy find work. Ha, ha.

It's okay-- i'm not scared of her.

Come on, Katie, help me in the kitchen.

Okay.

Oh, your father is a smart guy, huh?

Yeah.

He knows I'm a sucker for a kid.

You know, i-i-i'd better be going.

It's Lucy's birthday and, uh, we're all going out to dinner.

Oh... thanks.

What?

I said, go on home.

Get out of here.

Go home. I've got all the help I need.

See you, Matt.

Uh, I'm going to go to the hardware store.

I'll need a little cash.

The money's in the coffee can in the kitchen.

And if you promise not to wreck it, you can take my car.

No, that's okay. My Van's fine.

Listen, I've been meaning to speak to you about that Van all day.

You know, it...

It looks a little... Well...

Lived in.

Well, don't worry.

It's bigger than the last apartment we had.

Look... I've been thinking about turning that garage into a little guest house, and if you would be willing to fix it up, then...

You guys... Could stay there for a while, just till you get... On your feet, or I get on my feet, or... or...

Katie graduates from high school.

Did reverend Camden ask you if we could live here?

No.

I just think that we're both victims of the reverend's prayers.

That was a dinner I definitely won't forget, ever.

Because I spilled my milkshake?

No, because we were all together.

This would've been a perfect birthday if I hadn't been so mean to Dwight.

I still feel badly about the way I treated him, but I learned a lesson, and that's like a present from life, right, dad?

Was I that philosophical when I was 13?

No. So, luce, you ready for cake and presents?

You guys really didn't have to get me anything.

Well, don't get too excited.

We were all pretty busy and, uh, we didn't really have that much time to get you anything that great this year.

That's okay.

No, really, it is.

How about if we go into the living room and eat our cake in there?

Okay. Okay.

Surprise!

See, I told you she'd like it.

Happy birthday, Lucy.

Thank you, Ashley.

I owe you two an apology.

That's okay.

Hey, we couldn't have done all this without your mom and dad.

Music!

I didn't deserve this, but thanks.

You're right... And you're welcome.

Aw, don't listen to her, luce.

You deserve the best.

May I have this dance, young lady?

Just one, and then your mother and I will go upstairs.

Really?

No. We'll be in and out.

You're welcome to stay.

Really? Mm-hmm.

Jimmy, may I? My pleasure.

Come on.

I think we'll sit this one out.

Do you have anything against dancing with older women?

Not at all.

Thanks again for the party, Dwight.

It was so nice of you just to do it because you're Jimmy's friend.

Actually, it-it started out that way, but...

But what?

I think I'm in love with you, Lucy Camden.

Wait a sec. I have to tell you something.

Can't it wait till tomorrow?

No.

Dwight told me he's in love with me.

Dwight was probably just kidding around.

You know how guys are.

No, he said he's in love with me.

You were probably just so excited, you heard him wrong.

Now, good night.

No, wait.

I mean, I never thought of Dwight in that way before, but I got to thinking...

This whole party was Dwight's idea.

He's a really sensitive guy, and he's sweet, and... Dwight?

In his own way, he's...

Kind of sexy.

I mean, I'm not in love with Dwight, but my entire opinion of him changed when I saw his potential for passion.

You know what?

I think I'm going to find Dwight someone to love.

Oh, yeah, that'll work out. Good night.

Go, go, go, go.

Surprise!

You didn't think we'd go to bed without giving you these, did you? I thought the party was the gift.

Ah.

A hoowie pass?

I could use hoowie for one day for anything I want?

Yep.

Thanks.

You're welcome.

What's this?

That entitles you to 13 days of bed-making free of charge.

Thanks, Simon.

I figured you and ruthie would give me the puppies.

We already gave the puppies away.

We did?

Yeah. He's not picking 'em up for about six weeks.

Who's he?

Dwight. His mom said he can have both puppies.

They've got a fenced-in backyard, and she's home all day and everything. And he's going to name one of 'em bean blossom.

No, he's not.

Yes, he is.

So, you guys like Dwight?

Well, we're not in love with him, but...

...like him a lot.

This is from me and Mary.

Everything you'll need to get through your teen years.

Even a diary. Thanks.

It's not new. It's my old one.

I think you're old enough to read it now.

You only wrote in two pages.

Well, that's cause 13 wasn't a very big year for me.

Luce...

This was taken just moments after you were born.

Dad... I love it.

Lucy, grandma gave this to me when I turned 13.

I want you to have it.

Happy birthday, luce.

Happy birthday, luce.

Happy birthday, luce.

Happy birthday, Lucy.

Happy birthday, luce.

Happy birthday, Lucy.